Parallel Structure

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What is parallel structure?

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Parallel structure, or parallelism, is the repetition of a chosen grammatical form within a sentence. It helps to create balance and clarity in writing.

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Why is parallel structure important in writing?

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Parallel structure enhances readability and flow, making sentences easier to understand and more persuasive.

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Identify the correct parallel structure: 'She likes swimming, biking, and to run.'

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Error in structure. The correct form is 'She likes swimming, biking, and running.'

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What is an example of parallel structure in a list?

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'I enjoy reading, writing, and painting.' All verbs are in the gerund form.

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Which of the following is an example of incorrect parallel structure? 'He wanted to play soccer, to swim, and running.'

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The correct form should be 'He wanted to play soccer, to swim, and to run.'

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How can you fix this sentence: 'The dog barked, growled, and was chasing the cat.'

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Change it to 'The dog barked, growled, and chased the cat.' to maintain parallel structure.

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What is the effect of using parallel structure in speeches?

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It emphasizes key points and makes the speech more memorable.

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Choose the correct parallel structure: 'The committee will meet to discuss the budget, to plan the event, and to review the proposals.'

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Correct. All phrases begin with 'to' followed by a verb.

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What is a common mistake in parallel structure?

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Mixing different forms of verbs or phrases, such as 'running, to swim, and biking'.

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Identify the error: 'She is smart, kind, and she works hard.'

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The correct form is 'She is smart, kind, and hardworking.' to maintain parallelism.